Object Details
Manufacturer
North American Aviation Inc.
Summary
This outer hatch cover flew on the Apollo 4 uncrewed mission, the first test flight of the Saturn V launch vehicle. The so-called Block 1 command module side hatch system consisted of an inward opening pressure vessel hatch and a separate outer hatch as part of the spacecraft heat shield. The outer hatch cover remained in place through recovery.
NASA transferred it to the Smithsonian in 1977.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19770328000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
SPACECRAFT-Crewed-Parts & Structural Components
Materials
Brazed stainless-steel honeycomb covered with ablative material
Ferrous Alloy
Non-Magnetic Metal Alloys
Foil
Plastic
Adhesive
Glass
Paint
Zinc Chromate Coating
RTV Rubber
Mineral Wool
Foil Covered Textile
Ink
Dimensions
Overall: 129.5 × 88.9 × 12.7cm, 39kg (4 ft. 3 in. × 2 ft. 11 in. × 5 in., 86lb.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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National Air and Space Museum Collection
Location
National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC
Exhibition
Destination Moon
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19770328000